Country's tourism hurt by Gaza war IAN STALKER The Jordan Tourism Board North America has used tourism personnel who visited Jordan earlier this year to reassure travel agents that the country remains safe for travellers, even as fighting continues to rage in nearby Gaza. A March 25 tourism board...
Abundant wildlife awaits company clients IAN STALKER Eagle-eyed birdwatchers who venture to Labrador with Adventure Canada may spot an endangered peregrine if they're lucky. And sightings of some of our other feathered friends — including loons, snowy owls, ptarmigans, hawks, and warblers — are certainly...
Company has Zambian and Mozambican properties IAN STALKERAnantara Hotels Resorts & Spas is offering very different types of upscale southern Africa stays for H2O enthusiasts eager to experience plenty of water while on vacation.The company teamed up with representation company Emerging Destinations...
Coconut Bay Beach Resort & Spa’s unique location sets it apart ANN RUPPENSTEINAfter a scenic morning sail, our catamaran came to a stop at the foot of one of Saint Lucia’s most iconic landmarks – the Petit Piton. The view is postcard-worthy but we’re not actually here to hit the white...
Let there be (a momentary loss of) light! story: IAN STALKER photos © 1) Jean-François Savaria - Tourisme Montréal; 2) Parc Jean-Drapeau; 3) @jfsavaria - Tourisme Montréal; 4) Eva Blue - Tourisme Montréal; 5) Biosphère, Environment Museum. Here comes the (temporary absence of) the sun. Tourism...
Hotels include former castles and other ancient structures IAN STALKER Spanish lodging chain Paradores is inviting those intrigued by Spain's long history to be surrounded by it when they hit the hay at night. The 98 state-owned Paradores properties range from deluxe to 3-stars, with 45 of them...
Head concierge Sami Joutsenvuo orchestrates luxury experiences and adventures in and around Helsinki The Hotel Maria, a newly opened 5-star luxury hotel in Helsinki, is all about redefining hospitality in the Nordics.Head concierge Sami Joutsenvuo, the president of Les Clefs d’Or Finland, is largely...
Nayarit facility offers polo classes IAN STALKERTommy Elliot has participated in the sport of kings with a future king. And now he enjoys introducing tourists to polo as well.Elliot is with Nayarit's La Patrona Polo & Equestrian Club, a facility that invites tourists to sign up for lessons for a game...
Passengers will learn of the Arab Revolt IAN STALKERSalem Batmani of Jordanian tour company Karma House Travel & Tourism's MICE department says those who go on its train excursions in the Wadi Rum desert region will return home both hale and hearty — and also more knowledgeable about a monumental...
Route 66 will turn 100 in 2026 IAN STALKER The U.S's most famous highway will next year be seeing the beginning of a lengthy and lively birthday bash and you're invited. Route 66, which links Chicago with distant coastal Santa Monica, California, will in 2026 see its 100th anniversary, but celebrations...
